Rockrider EXPL 50

Name: Rockrider EXPL 50
Brand: Rockrider
Rating: 4.6 (2590 reviews)

€259

The Rockrider EXPL 50 is the cheapest mountain bike in the Decathlon range: 27.5" aluminium frame, 80 mm fork, 21 speeds and rim brakes, for under €260. It suits beginners and rides on dry trails, but its V-brakes and weight limit it on technical or wet terrain. The lifetime frame guarantee and included accessories make it a reassuring entry point.

Best for: first mountain bike outings on easy trailsfamily forest ridessmall budget

21speeds

Aluminiumframe

27.5 ″wheels

15.5 kgweight

Rim brakesbrakes

What we like

Very low price for an adult mountain bike with a lifetime frame guarantee
Delivered complete: lights, bell, pedals and reflectors
Upright CGF geometry, comfortable for beginners
Four sizes covering 1.50 m to 2.00 m
High customer rating (4.6/5 on more than 2,500 reviews)

What we like less

V-brake rim brakes not very effective in the rain
80 mm fork and entry-level 3x7 drivetrain
15.5 kg, heavy to handle
Rear wheel held by nuts, no quick release

Specifications

Frame and drivetrain
Frame material	aluminium
Frame type	Step-through frame
Sizes	S, M, L, XL
Rider height	150-200
Gears	21
Drivetrain	Microshift 3x7
Suspension	Front suspension
Foldable	no
Weight	15.5 kg
Max load	100 kg